Special traffic arrangements in Causeway Bay, Wan Chai, Admiralty and Central on Sunday

     The Transport Department today (April 16) reminded the public that special traffic arrangements would be implemented in phases in Causeway Bay, Wan Chai, Admiralty and Central from about 2.30pm on Sunday (April 19) to facilitate a public procession in Causeway Bay.

     The procession will start from East Point Road Pedestrian Precinct to Central Government Offices via Hennessy Road westbound, Queensway westbound, Queen's Road Central westbound and Battery Path. The slow lane of Hennessy Road westbound, Queensway westbound and Queen's Road Central westbound east of Ice House Street will be intermittently closed for the procession. In addition, the bus stops, public light bus stops and taxi pick up/drop off points along the procession route will also be suspended. Public transport commuters are advised to take note of the instructions of the police and the public transport operators.

     People who plan to go to the affected areas are advised to use public transport. In cases of traffic congestion, motorists are requested to exercise tolerance and patience, and follow instructions of the police. Motorists and the public should watch out for the latest traffic news broadcast via radio and television stations.

Ends/Thursday, April 16, 2009
Issued at HKT 16:00